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Students stage “The Wedding Singer” March 3-6

North Central seniors who are majoring in theatre will stage, direct, choreograph and present the classic romantic comedy “The Wedding Singer” March 3-6.

Shindler and Larsson present at conference about education abroad

Jack Shindler and Kimberly Larsson in North Central’s international programs present and chair sessions at Association of International Educators Conference.

Guzman helps nominate Chicago Literary Hall of Fame inductees

Richard Guzman, professor of English and coordinator of master in liberal studies program, served as a nominator for the new Chicago Literary Hall of Fame.

Jelena Sanchez, adjunct instructor of Spanish, teaches flamenco dance

Flamenco Festival showcases dance, music, art, film, lecture

During February, the College’s annual Flamenco Festival features rhythmic music and dance from Spanish culture, as well as films and photography.

Music ensembles ‘Explore the Sound’ Feb. 23

“Explore the Sound III” brings together several of the College’s choral and instrumental ensembles for Feb. 23 performance in Wentz Concert Hall.

Muck and Mashuli co-author online op-ed

William Muck, assistant professor of political science, and economics major Etienne Mashuli ’13 co-authored an op-ed piece on international NGO website.

Caliendo publishes book on race and ethnicity

Stephen Maynard Caliendo, professor of political science, has co-edited and published a book, “The Routledge Companion to Race and Ethnicity.”

Evan Michalic as Edward and Rebekah Thurston as Georgie

See “Spike Heels” Valentine’s weekend

The student-directed production of “Spike Heels” provides a perfect interlude for those who know what it’s like to fall in and out of love.

Concert Choir performs two shows with DuPage Symphony Orchestra Feb. 12-13

Students will perform two concerts with the DuPage Symphony Orchestra Feb. 12 and 13.

Carius and Thorne named coaches of the year

Head cross country coach Al Carius was named Midwest Coach of the Year and head football coach John Thorne was honored as CCIW Football Coach of the Year.

North Central College offers five-year bachelor’s/master’s degree in leadership

North Central College is offering a new option to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a master of leadership studies degree in just five years.

Guruianu publishes his memoir "Metal and Plum"

Andrei Guruianu, assistant professor of English, released his book “Metal and Plum: A Memoir” about the impact of immigration on his family.

Renard Jackson and Jack Shindler give talks at symposium

Renard Jackson, assistant professor of education, and Jack Shindler, professor of English, gave presentations at ACCA’s Scholarship of Pedagogy Symposium.

Senior lands part in professional “Cats”

Tommy Rivera-Vega ’11 has landed the part of Rum Tum Tugger in a professional production of “Cats” opening Nov. 21 in Chicago’s Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre.

Laura Constantine: A Heart for the Environment

Laura Constantine shares fond memories of her internship with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) while working on her Honors Thesis.

Kitt Vanderwater: Exactly What Google Was Searching For

Kitt Vanderwater shares some highlights regarding her Google internships, and the fantastic experiences she gained working with them.

Cydney Stasiulis: The Chance of a Lifetime

Cydney Stasiulis shares her experiences researching anthropology in the U.K, including an in-depth tour of Stonehenge.

Weien Wang: Discovering Commonality Across the World

Weien Wang shares insight about his travels to China, where he learned about the living situation of poor migrant workers.

Lights. Camera. Action. Design. Shoot. Edit. Animate. Produce.

Students who choose North Central’s Interactive Media Studies (IMS) program develop expertise across all types of media and technology and are in high demand.

North Central education majors expand studies in high-need schools

Education majors at North Central College are broadening their experience working with children in high-need schools.